Is PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil vegan?

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is the polyethylene glycol ether of hydrogenated castor oil, produced by ethoxylating hydrogenated castor oil (Ricinus communis) with an average of 60 moles of ethylene oxide. It is used as a surfactant and emulsifier in cosmetic products, derived from the plant-based castor bean.

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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